Structural Engineers Association of Alabama
2015 Scholarship Program
Eligibility
The Structural Engineers Association of Alabama (SEAoAL) may award scholarships to eligible and
deserving students dedicated to pursuing a career in Structural Engineering.
Eligible candidates are residents of the State of Alabama who are:
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Final year undergraduate students of an accredited program
College students entering an accredited Graduate or Doctoral Program
Post-graduate students continuing in an accredited Graduate or Doctoral Program
Persons employed in the field of structural engineering and licensed as an Engineer-In-Training
(EIT) or Professional Engineer (PE) entering an accredited Graduate or Doctoral Program
All eligible programs must be:
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Accredited in Structural Engineering or Civil Engineering with a specialization in Structural
Engineering. Acceptable accreditation includes ABET and SACS.
Physically located in the State of Alabama. Online programs are eligible, provided they are
hosted by a university physically located in the State of Alabama.
Procedure
Completed Applications (including all required submissions) must be postmarked no later than April 10,
2015.
Applications shall be addressed to:
Ms. Rhea Williams, Executive Director
Structural Engineers Association of Alabama
P.O. Box 660584
Birmingham, AL 35266
Structural Engineers Association of Alabama
2015 Scholarship Program
Evaluation
All applications will be reviewed by the Scholarship Committee. The committee will submit its
recommendations to the SEAoAL Board of Directors. The intent of the scholarship is to encourage
structural engineers to study and practice Structural Engineering in the State of Alabama. Preference will
be given to applicants best demonstrating this intention.
Consideration will be given to the following:
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Academic performance
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Dedication to the advancement of Structural Engineering
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Intended use of scholarship funds
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Financial need
The committee may recommend more than one recipient or may recommend that no award be made in
a particular year if no outstanding applications are received.
Notification
Award Recipients will be notified no later than May 15, 2015 by written letter. Multiple scholarships
may be awarded in amounts determined by the Board of Directors. Funds will be divided by the number
of academic terms for the year and dispersed at the beginning of each term directly to the academic
institution.
Stipulations of Second Disbursement
1. Scholarship winners must submit an official transcript with fall semester grades.
2. Fall semester transcript must reflect a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
Structural Engineers Association of Alabama
2015 Scholarship Application
Personal Data
Name (L)_____________________________(F)_____________________________________(MI)______
Social Security No __________________________ D.O.B __________________________ M____ F_____
Permanent Address_____________________________________________________________________
Current Address________________________________________________________________________
Phone Number (____)______________________________ Email________________________________
Education (List only institutions currently attending or from which a degree was received. List
additional institutions on a separate sheet if necessary)
College/ University____________________________
City, State______________________________
Dates Enrolled________________________________ Graduation Date__________ GPA___________
Degree Sought_________________________________________________________________________
College/ University____________________________
City, State______________________________
Dates Enrolled________________________________ Graduation Date__________ GPA___________
Degree Sought_________________________________________________________________________
Personal Statement
Submit a written statement discussing, how the fund will be used, interests and plans for a career in
structural engineering (including short and long-term goals) as well as any work or extra- curricular
experiences aimed at furthering an understanding of structural engineering. Limit: 250 words
Supplementary Materials
1. College transcripts
2. Proof of enrollment in an accredited structural engineering program
3. Completed FAFSA forms for 2015-2016 academic year
4. List all awarded scholarships and other funding sources currently confirmed
5. Minimum of two letters of recommendation, excluding relatives
6. Photocopy of current driver’s license
COMPLETED APPLICATIONS MUST BE POSTMARKED BY APRIL 10, 2015.